Porsche 912 Type 616/40 Engine – Rebuilt 1,720cc Flat-Four with Dellorto Carburetors (Case ☆4093113☆)
A well-documented Type 616/40 flat-four engine, originally produced for a 1969 Porsche 912 and rebuilt in 1992 to a displacement of 1,720cc. The engine was installed in a 1966 Volkswagen Microbus where it accumulated approximately 22k miles before the vehicle was damaged by falling snow. It has been stored since removal in 1998, turns freely, and is presented as a complete, rebuildable long-block with induction, ignition, and exhaust components included.
Engine Overview – Type 616/40
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Original Application: 1969 Porsche 912 (US/Canada market)
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Case Stamping: ☆4093113☆
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Displacement After Rebuild: 1,720cc
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Compression Ratio: 8.5:1
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Rebuild Performed: 1992
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Mileage After Rebuild: ~22,000 miles (in VW Microbus)
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Storage Since: 1998
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Condition: Stored, turns by hand (video referenced by seller)
Rebuild Details
During the 1992 rebuild, the seller retained the factory crankshaft, while replacing:
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Camshaft
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Bearings
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Associated wear components
The engine was upgraded to 1,720cc using appropriate piston and cylinder sets, creating a stronger and more flexible powerband than factory 912 output.
Included Components
This offering includes all key accessories shown in the description:
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Dellorto carburetors (installed at rebuild)
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Cooling fan & black-finished fan shroud
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Exhaust system
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Bosch ignition coil
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Distributor
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Aftermarket flywheel compatible with Volkswagen Type 1 transaxles
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Full-flow oil system plumbing (no filter included)
Ideal for 912 owners, vintage VW builders, or anyone wanting a warmed-up, well-documented 616-series flat-four.
Notable Features
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Correct 616/40 case designation for a 1969 912
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Long-term storage with periodic hand rotation
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Complete induction and ignition package included
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Dellorto carb setup provides improved drivability over Solex
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Full-flow oil system adds improved filtration capability
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Turnkey foundation for:
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Porsche 912 restoration
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356 replica builds
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Vintage VW performance applications
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